Institute of Geography
Topic
Biogeomorphological interaction of large wood in river channels identified by 3D geodata
PhD. program
Year of admission
2026
Name of the supervisor
Mgr. Miloš Rusnák, PhD.
Contact:
Receiving school
Prírodovedecká fakulta UK
Annotation
The aim of this work is to identify large wood and its interaction with morphological processes in the river channel, such as erosion and accumulation. The main aim is to investigate temporal variability in LW storage at the scale of individual meander bends, utilising a broad range of environmental and hydroclimatic settings. The behaviour and distribution of LW are primarily governed by river-specific factors. Riparian vegetation is a significant predictor of storage and input into the channel. The natural process of vegetation change in the riparian zone is then the result of succession and rejuvenation, which are linked to new and altered geomorphological forms. The work is based on the processing of 3D drone data, which will be used to identify processes and changes in the river landscape. This PhD position presents a valuable opportunity to contribute to ongoing research projects.